Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB
Audio-Technica
52 Overall Score
vs
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Sony
97 Overall Score
Scores
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Gaming
Studio
Music
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Commute
Calls
Specifications
| Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.33 kg | 0.26 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | mesh and leatherette | thermo-foaming |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 15 Hz | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | 28 kHz★ | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 38 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 99 dB | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB StreamSet Over-Ear Professional Monitor Streaming Headphones, Bundle with Desktop Stand | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | USB-C | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 2 m | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | USB-C | USB-C |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 1 | 4★ |
| NC Mic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boom Mic | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Mic Pattern | Unidirectional | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Audio-Technica ATH-M50xSTS-USB
- Strong mic (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (71st percentile)
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average connectivity (27th percentile)
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
Scores 97 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 38 specs.